The Lovebirds:Synopsis: A couple (Issa Rae & Kumail Nanjiani) experiences a defining moment in their relationship when they are unintentionally embroiled in a murder mystery. As their journey to clear their names takes them from one extreme-- and hilarious -- circumstance to the next, they must figure out how they, and their relationship, can survive the night.
My thoughts: The lovebirds is thoroughly ridiculous and so far out there it makes it hard to enjoy. That being said Kumail and Issa have such chemistry and poise that it's hard to pay attention to anything in the background of the film and enjoy the often hilarious ride they take you on that all the other problems fall by the wayside. This also continues director Michael Showalter's hot streak as the up and coming comedy director despite only 3 credits to date they've all been solid.
Final verdict: 4 unicorn hoodies out of 5.
Synopsis: Back in high school, Jack Cunningham (Ben Affleck) had everything going for him. A basketball phenom, he could have punched his ticket to college or even the pros, but, instead, he chose to walk away from the game, forfeiting his future. Jack's glory days are long gone... but, as it turns out, not forgotten. Years later, he gets the chance to take back his life when he is asked to coach the struggling basketball team at his alma mater. Jack reluctantly accepts, surprising no one more than himself, and as the boys start to come together as a team and win, he may get his last shot at redemption.
My thoughts: Full disclosure: I enjoy sport dramas and have seen loved ones struggling with alcoholism. Therefore this movie hit me hard. Ben Affleck is back and he's been open with his own struggle with alcoholism which gives this movie a more real feeling despite still being overwhelmed by the normal cliches found in this genre.
Final verdict: 4 AA meetings out of 5.
Synopsis: After Krypton is destroyed, Kal-El's ship crash lands in the Soviet Union, where he's raised to combat the Communist ideology as Russia's greatest protector: Superman. But as Russia's hero begins to create chaos around the world on behalf of the Soviets, international forces must step in to save the world.
My thoughts: I've praised Warner Brothers and their animation department that has done amazing things with not only the DC Animated Universe but also the one offs like Red Son. The animation is once again stunning however I'm not as on board with the liberties they took with the source material. No, they didn't really change the story thankfully but they changed the tone. The Red Son film is overly simplified by avoiding calling out the political parties on their shit and instead simply takes a "unite against the bigger threat" stance while adding more brutality (the latter of which I didn't mind).
Final verdict: 3.5 comrades out of 5.
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